2024 was a groundbreaking year for sustainability at Curium. As a proud participant in the St. Louis Green Business Challenge, the company showcased its Champion Innovation project, “Composting Used Coffee Grounds,” which earned notable recognition. This month, the Clean Air Partnership proudly highlights Curium’s recent sustainability achievements, which have made a meaningful impact on both the planet and the region’s air quality.
Curium, a global leader in nuclear medicine, develops and distributes radiopharmaceutical products to improve the lives of cancer patients. However, its commitment to care extends beyond healthcare — it also reaches the environment. During the 2024 Challenge, Curium collected 228 pounds of used coffee grounds from four stations at its Maryland Heights facility over a two-month period and transformed them into nutrient-rich compost. This initiative reflected Curium’s dedication to reducing waste and engaging employees in meaningful sustainability practices.
“Each year, we strive to build on our successes,” said Tiffany Carr, Environmental Health and Safety Specialist for Curium. “Supported by the St. Louis Green Business Challenge, we are eager to engage with our community to implement better sustainability practices. At Curium, we are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact for the benefit of both our employees and the communities we serve.”
Beyond composting, Curium fostered a culture of sustainability throughout the Challenge year. The company valued employee engagement and observed a growing sense of community and enthusiasm around environmental initiatives. To further reduce its eco-impact, Curium’s Women’s Network organized a clothing drive that resulted in more than 100 pieces of professional attire being donated to Dress for Success Midwest. Since 2022, Curium has also established an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) department focused on four pillars: minimizing environmental impact, acting responsibly in the workforce and beyond, building trust through ethical business practices, and driving growth, innovation and societal value.
Curium’s sustainability efforts are ongoing and transparent. From monitoring greenhouse gas emissions to educating employees on climate change, the company is setting a high standard for environmental responsibility in the St. Louis region. Whether recycling coffee grounds or launching new initiatives, Curium continues to prove that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand. Its leadership in the 2024 Green Business Challenge underscores a commitment to both patient care and planetary health.
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